Wash Day Cajun Lentils and Rice has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C and Folate.
The food contains 47.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 11.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.
It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Cajun cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 95, for Wash Day Cajun Lentils and Rice, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 18% | |
Calories from Fat | 8% | |
Calories from Carbs | 74% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1.4 IU | 0% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 18.6 mg | 30.9% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 1 mg | 5.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 36.4 mcg | 9.1% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.34 mg | 3.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 15.8 mg | 1.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Iron | 1 mg | 5.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 25.4 mg | 6.4% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 77.3 mg | 7.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 212 mg | 6.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 7.9 mg | 0.3% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Zinc | 0.69 mg | 4.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0.34 mg | 17.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Manganese | 0.69 mg | 34.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Selenium | 3.8 mcg | 5.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 16.2 g | 5.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 9.3% | Top 30% | High |
Starch | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 1.9 g | |||
Sucrose | 0.3 mg | |||
Glucose | 0.7 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.7 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 4 g | 8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.3 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.3 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.3 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 0.7 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.3 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 0.76 g | 1.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0.52% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 52.9 g | |||
Ash | 0.7 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 248 Calories from Fat 20
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.2 g 3.4%
Saturated Fat 0.3 g 1.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 23 mg 1%
Total Carbohydrates 47.1 g 15.7%
Dietary Fiber 6.8 g27.2%
Sugars 5.5 g
Protein 11.6 g 23.2%
Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 90%
Calcium 4.6% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 241
Protein 9.9 g | Carbs 40.9 g | Fat 3.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 199
Protein 10.6 g | Carbs 18.7 g | Fat 8.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 81
Protein 3.7 g | Carbs 15.8 g | Fat 1.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 185
Protein 5.7 g | Carbs 28.7 g | Fat 4.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 105
Protein 3.8 g | Carbs 13.1 g | Fat 4.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 71
Protein 1.5 g | Carbs 14.4 g | Fat 1.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 282
Protein 8.8 g | Carbs 44.7 g | Fat 7.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 279
Protein 18.9 g | Carbs 6.6 g | Fat 17.4 g